LMS Weekly Reminders
Monday 29th is a B-Day
LMS Weekly Showcase
Students of the Month
Archer Fraley, Alex Moeser, Audrey Burroughs, Bella Fishburne, Bradyn Kiernan, Colton Moffitt,
Elle Sanfiorenzo, Hunter Rivas, James Kennedy, Jazani Jefferson, Rebecca Oliver
Egg Drop Challenge
Doc Mac's students designed a landing craft to protect their egg passenger when dropped from up high.
Ms. Long's Class Practices Kindness
Students shared with each other how they would positively describe their classmates. Students collected the messages of kindness from each other and added them to their own bubble letter. Some students shared the following insights from doing this activity:
"I realized positive things about myself that I didn't realize before"... "I got to hear things about myself from someone else's perspective"... "I gained more confidence in myself"... "I felt like I was doing something good by complimenting others".
Doc Mac-SMECO 2024 Outstanding Science Teacher
MCAP Testing Continues This Week
Please remind students that absolutely no personal electronic devices will be permitted to be on during testing. Access to any platforms (music or otherwise) is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply with the testing protocols could result in disciplinary consequences.
Other reminders to students:
- Please plan to get a good night's rest prior to testing
- Bring your laptop and charger to school daily. No other electronics will be allowed in the testing room.
- Know that you will be asked to remove anything covering your ears and you will be told to put all electronics away and across the room from where you are testing.
- We begin testing promptly at 7:30am. If you arrive late to school on any of the testing days you will need to make that time up on a later date thus missing other classes.
Remaining State Testing dates are as follows:
- Math - Wednesday, May 1-Thursday May 2
- 8th Grade only Social Studies - Wednesday, May 15- Thursday May 16
MTSS & PTA are Joining Forces
MTSS and PTA are joining forces to welcome Leonardtown Middle School's annual field day! Any students who receive more than one referral that leads to an in or out of school suspension will not be permitted to participate in field day! Please view the flyer below for a sneak peak of what fun the 2024 PAWS Field Day will hold.
As The Weather Begins to Get Warm...
As the weather warms up please remember that there are standards for appropriate dress when attending school. What is acceptable to wear to the movies and the mall might not always be acceptable for school. Based on some outfits that the staff and I have been seeing, please consider this a friendly reminder about our LMS expectations.
Remember, based on the SMCPS Code of Conduct, Students must wear clothing that covers certain body parts. Clothes must be worn in such a way that the chest, midriff, pelvic/groin area, and buttocks are covered with opaque material.
Summer Sports Academies
St. Mary's County Public Schools (SMCPS) and St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks (SMC R&P) have partnered to offer the new Summer Sports Academies. Campers will be instructed by area high school coaches. Camps are held Monday - Thursday. Click below for more information. Registration begins March 1st. Don't miss this opportunity.
8th Grade, Please Note ...Academies & Pathways
St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) will accept online applications for
its three Academy Programs: The Academy of Visual and Performing Arts, The Academy of Global
and International Studies, and The STEM Academy. Applications can be accessed online. The application window will close on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Please note that no late applications will be accepted. Students interested in the Academy of Finance should contact their 8th-grade counselor.
SMCPS will host a virtual Academy Open House on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Middle
school STEM and all high school academy programs (Academy of Finance, Academy of Visual and
Performing Arts, Academy of Global and International Studies, and STEM Academy) will be
represented at the event. Potential applicants are encouraged to attend to learn more about what
academy programs offer.
Additional information about the Academy Programs, including course offerings, application criteria,
and frequently asked questions, can be found at. For more information, contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at 301-475-5511, extension 32104.
Parents, Earn Your Students MTSS PAWS Tickets
MTSS stands for Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. This is the system we use at LMS to promote learning and positive behavior support for all students. Click HERE to see our PAWS Matrix
PAWS stands for Positive, Accountable, Work Hard and Service. Our PAWS pledge is read during every morning announcement:
- I will have a POSITIVE attitude and treat others the way I want to be treated.
- I will be ACCOUNTABLE for my actions and reactions.
- I will WORK HARD, be open-minded, and ask questions when I don’t know.
- I will show SERVICE by doing my part to keep my school safe, help others, and contribute to my community.
This month, students are focusing on "Bathroom Expectations". Let's work together to promote efficient and responsible bathroom use at school.
Parents, take this short quiz to earn your child a free PAWS ticket!
Surf the Mental Health & Wellness Wave
For Parents/Guardians of Students Receiving Special Ed Services
Summer Classes
SMCPS students can sign up for the following summer courses for original credit: Health 2, Foundations of Computer Science, Geometry, Spanish 1, and Spanish 2. This FLYER includes all of the details on how to register and course dates and times. Any questions can be directed to Heather Wysokinski.
Spotlight on Special Education
Does Your Child Need Counseling Support Out of School?
Upcoming Events:
- Staff Appreciation Week – May 6-10 – https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0B4EACAF2CA6FB6-49303154-lmsstaff
- End of the Year Meeting – May 20 at 6 pm in the Media Center at LMS – come join the Board of Directors! President, Treasurer and Secretary Positions open! Descriptions below! All terms are one year.
PTA Board of Directors Position Descriptions
The president shall:
- preside at every general, board of directors, and executive committee meeting of LMS PTA;
- coordinate the work of the officers and committees of LMS PTA in order that the purposes may be promoted;
- be a member ex officio of all committees except the nominating committee;
- review bank statements monthly, and sign and date;
The secretary shall:
- record the minutes of every general, board of directors, and executive committee meeting of LMS PTA;
- be prepared to read the records of the previous meeting;
- file all records;
- have a current copy of the bylaws;
- maintain a current membership list;
- Provide weekly inputs to school admin for inclusion in weekly email from Principal
The treasurer shall:
- have custody of all funds of LMS PTA;
- keep a full and accurate account of funds, receipts, and expenditures including reconciliation of the bank statement each month;
- make disbursements as authorized by the president or board of directors of LMS PTA in accordance with the budget adopted by LMS PTA;
- review, sign, and date bank statements monthly, obtaining review, signature, and date from the president;
- present a written financial statement at every general, board of directors, and executive committee meeting, and at other times when requested by the board of directors;
- maintain such books of account and records as to conform to the requirements of these bylaws;
- prepare and file all necessary tax forms, submitting a copy to Free State PTA within thirty (30) days of filing;
- make a full report before the newly elected officers assume their duties;
- present an annual report of the financial condition of the organization to the membership;
- submit a proposed annual budget to the board of directors and general membership for approval;
- report the findings of the annual financial review to the board of directors and submit a copy to Free State PTA within the timeframe specified by the Local Standards of Affiliation.
Membership
We have 84 members and growing! Join the PTA and helping support our school! https://lmspta20.memberhub.com or scan the QR code. Be a part of the LMS School Improvement Plan!
https://www.facebook.com/LeonardtownMiddleSchoolPta Don’t forget to Like the Leonardtown Middle School PTA Facebook page!
Box Tops for Education Fundraising
https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/get-the-app - Scanning your receipts for BoxTops and help raise money for LMS!
Harris Teeter Together in Education Fundraising
https://tie.harristeeter.com/together-in-education - LMS #6498 - Link your HT VIC account to LMS, for easy fundraising!
LMS Beautification Committee
We are interested in improving the path to the school’s mailbox! Do you have ideas or equipment that could help and you are willing to donate your time or supplies? Want to be on or lead the committee? Please contact the LMS PTA at asklmspta@gmail.com. Thanks!
Student Resource Accountability
https://www.smcps.org/offices/food-nutrition-services/meal-benefit-information
About Leonardtown Middle School
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/lms/
Location: 24015 Point Lookout Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650, USA
Phone: (301) 475-0230
Twitter: @lms_smcps